“Plot device?” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.HOSE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Plot device?”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 14, 2026, where it runs at 32 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Aug 14, 2026 grid31ALeave a lasting mark on4 ltrs›35AHuddling, as teammates7 ltrs›40A"Enough out of you!"4 ltrs›44AGood places for a deep dive into research?7 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 14, 20261A___ Plateau, home to the tomb of King Khufu4 ltrs›5ADiscovers9 ltrs›14A"There's my cue"4 ltrs›15A"Dios mío!"9 ltrs›16ASuperbright4 ltrs›17ACouple's last coupling, perhaps10 ltrs›18AMounted warrior skilled in martial arts7 ltrs›20ARetired pro wrestler Flair3 ltrs›
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